Lead Park Ranger

2 weeks ago

Edmonton, Canada Government of Alberta Full time

Lead Park Ranger – Various Locations (NR4)

Job Information
Job Title: Lead Park Ranger – Various Locations
Job Requisition ID: 78191
Location: Various Locations
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary – Wage, Seasonal
Closing Date: January 9, 2026
Salary: $25.92 to $32.80 per hour

Benefits Summary
• 5.6% wage in lieu of paid holidays
• 6% wage in lieu of vacation pay
• Shift premium: $3.25 weekend, $2.75 evening
• Northern Allowance and Fort McMurray Allowance where applicable

Available Districts
North Region: Athabasca, Cold Lake, Grande Prairie, Peace River, Fort McMurray, Lakeland, Slave Lake
Central Region: Red Deer, Rocky Mountain House, Camrose, Wainwright, Hinton, Spruce Grove
South Region: Dinosaur, Southeast (Cypress Hills & Writing-on-Stone), Pincher Creek, Lethbridge

Responsibilities

- Deliver exceptional customer service to visitors, providing accurate information and resolving issues.
- Rove trails, campgrounds, and day-use areas using foot, bike, motor vehicle, or off‑highway vehicle.
- Educate visitors on the Provincial Parks Act, regulations, and encourage voluntary compliance.
- Support incident management, monitor site conditions, and foster respectful behavior.
- Participate in emergency response protocols, including activation of Park Emergency Response Plans.
- Support installation of signage (warnings, advisories, boundaries).
- Comply with the occupational health and safety program.
- Mentor and assist a team of Park Rangers at the site level.
- Co‑operate with staff to ensure efficient operations within the park or district.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

- High school diploma and one year related experience.
- Strong communication and/or leadership experience.
- Equivalency: one year experience for one year education, or vice versa.

Additional Education and Experience

- Preference for post‑secondary education in Natural Resources, Environmental Sciences, Recreation/Tourism Management, Criminology/Justice Studies.
- Preference for experience in Parks, Lands, Wildfire, Public Education, strong communication skills.

Additional Requirements

- Current Standard First Aid with CPR C and AED (expiry after Sep 2026).
- Class 5 Driver's License and valid Driver’s Abstract.
- Criminal Record Check and WHMIS course.

Desired Assets

- Knowledge of Provincial Parks Legislation, Indigenous culture, Alberta flora and fauna.
- Conflict management, public communication, and front‑facing customer service experience.
- Outdoor skills certifications, incident command systems familiarity, valid chainsaw and ATV/UTV certifications.

Work Terms & Logistics

Seasonal wage opportunity from late April to early September; extensions possible. Shift work includes evenings, weekends, and holidays. On‑site shared staff housing available for rent (pet restrictions). Work schedule and interview dates as described.

Application Process

Apply online at https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before. Include clear evidence of qualifications, education, experience, and competencies. Submit any required certificates during the application process. All applicants will be reviewed for interviews; only selected candidates will be contacted.

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